What Happened on October 18, 1867

Historical Events

Alaska Purchase

Alaska Purchase: US takes formal possession of Alaska from Russia, having paid $7.2 million

The check used by the United States to purchase Alaska at less than 2 cents an acre — The check used by the United States to purchase Alaska at less than 2 cents an acre

1867 Highlights

About October 18, 1867

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 153 years, 4 months and 10 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Libra

What Happened in 1867

Nobel Patents Dynamite
November 25, 1867